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Tired of clutter? Weary of messes? Then get Pinning. Did you know some of the smartest low-cost storage and organizing ideas can be found on Pinterest? We’ve sorted through and come up with some of the best. Ready to straighten out your life? Click through our slideshow, then visit our pinboard on Pinterest for these and other project ideas. View slideshow

Motherhood and homemaking aren’t exact sciences; we all have our serene June Cleaver days and spicier Mommie Dearest days. It brings to mind all the classic moms we see on TV sitcoms and reality series — women who portray motherhood from every angle imaginable. Do you see yourself in those TV moms? Which one are you most like? Take our quiz to find out! Happy Mother’s Day! View slideshow

Warm weather means flowers, green grass — and weeds that’ll turn your yard into a turf war. Your first line of defense? Maintain a healthy lawn with proper watering, feeding, and aeration. After that, know the bad guys that try and take over your territory. Here’s your guide to identifying some of the most common lawn weeds in North America, and how best to get rid of them. View slideshow

You’re one-of-a-kind, and so is your home. So next time you’re remodeling and improving, don’t settle for ordinary — go for the extraordinary. Salvaged building materials have unique character that’s unmatched by new products. Throw in the cost savings (with prices 50%-75% less than their modern counterparts) and sustainability (reusing old stuff keeps it out of landfills), and you’ve got bargains that are good for the environment. Check our slide show for imaginative ways to put salvage to use in your home. View slideshow

Ornamental grasses usually aren’t the centerpiece of landscaping plans, but their amazing textures and expressive personalities are big contributors to curb appeal. Ornamental grasses are easy to care for, drought-tolerant, and come in a variety of shapes and sizes — from fluffy border edgings to towering privacy screens. Here are some of our favorites. View slideshow

Sure, the economy is still tight. That doesn’t mean you have to budget your wildest dreams. Let’s put a bazillion dollars in your home improvement fund and go shopping for some of the most over-the-top stuff we can find. But hold on to your checkbook — we’ll provide some low-cost alternatives that are just as cool. View slideshow

Who knew there were so many options to create a beautiful and functional living wall? Even one you can nibble from. Check out these 9 gorgeous and versatile vertical garden ideas that’ll put a whole new slant on how you grow flowers, herbs, and veggies. View slideshow

Looking to add a little magic to your rooms? Call in the magician — crown moulding can make rooms seem taller, shorter, and fancier. It’ll disappear the seam where walls meet ceilings, put an exclamation point on cabinets and built-ins, and camouflage your remodeling secrets. Click ahead to discover 10 great crown moulding tricks and ideas. View slideshow

A backsplash is bathroom armor, protecting your defenseless walls from water and spills. But that doesn’t mean it can’t make a splash, too. If you’re ready for a bathroom upgrade, check out this eye-catching bevy of backsplash beauties that’ll safeguard your walls and look good doing it. View slideshow

Your kitchen backsplash has a big job to do — it’s gotta protect your walls from spills and spoils, make it a snap to clean up countertop messes, and do it all with style and verve. A new backsplash is a foot-tall swath of personality that’ll transform your entire kitchen. Check out these 11 backsplash ideas that showcase fantastic materials covering a range of budgets. View slideshow